TASHKENT, October 21. /Dunyo IA/.   On the occasion of Uzbek Language Day, a spiritual and educational event was held at the capital's Alley of Literati, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Event was attended by representatives of state and public organizations, ministries and agencies, as well as the general public. Employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan also took an active part in the event.

During the ceremony, flowers were laid at the foot of the monument to the great poet and thinker Alisher Navoi, who made an invaluable contribution to the development of the Uzbek literary language. The rich literary heritage of the great ancestor, his role in the development of the mother tongue and the elevation of national spirituality were particularly emphasized.

Event underscored that the Uzbek language is an integral part of national identity, history, and culture. The importance of preserving the mother tongue, effectively utilizing its rich potential and further enhancing its prestige on the international stage was noted.